Stretch Magic mixed coloured necklace silkies are 40cm (15.7 inches) in length. Each silkie is a strong silicon cord, 2mm in diameter. Durable and easy to use. The clasp on this necklace is easy to use by just pulling both parts apart. The first time using the clasp it is a bit difficult to pull … Read more
Stretch Magic elastic 1mm in Sparkle Silver colour is the perfect way to get into bracelet making. Stretch Magic is a strong plastic elastic ideal for making stretchy bracelets. It doesn’t fray like fabric elastics so is much easier to use. The 1.0mm elastic is ideal for beads with larger holes e.g size 3 or … Read more
1mm Gold Sparkle Stretch Magic is the perfect way to get into bracelet making. Stretch Magic is a strong plastic elastic ideal for making stretchy bracelets. It doesn’t fray like fabric elastics so is much easier to use. The 1mm Gold Sparkle Stretch Magic is ideal for beads with larger holes e.g size 3 or … Read more
Stretch Magic is a strong plastic elastic; it dosen’t fray like fabric elastics. The 0.5mm diameter is thin enough to thread through tiny beads including delicas. Finish with at least three knots (a dab of glue is also a good idea) or the ends can be crimped, we reccomend tubular crimps as they have smoother … Read more
Stretch Magic is a strong plastic elastic; it dosen’t fray like fabric elastics. The the 0.7 & 1.0mm are ideal for beads larger than seedbeads or delicas, for anything smaller we recommend using 0.5mm. Finish with at least three knots (a dab of glue is also a good idea) or the ends can be crimped, … Read more
Stretch Magic is a strong plastic elastic; it dosen’t fray like fabric elastics. The the 0.7 & 1.0mm are ideal for beads larger than seedbeads or delicas, for anything smaller we recommend using 0.5mm. Finish with at least three knots (a dab of glue is also a good idea) or the ends can be crimped, … Read more
Stretch Magic Elastic is a strong plastic elastic; it doesn’t fray like fabric elastics. It’s a perfect for creating simple elasticated bracelets and great for beginner jewellery makers. The 0.7mm is ideal for the majority of small to medium beads with hole size of at least 0.75mm. Finish with a reef knot (a dab of … Read more
Stretch Magic is a strong plastic elastic; it dosen’t fray like fabric elastics. The the 0.7 & 1.0mm are ideal for beads larger than seedbeads or delicas, for anything smaller we recommend using 0.5mm. Finish with at least three knots (a dab of glue is also a good idea) or the ends can be crimped, … Read more
Stretch Magic is a strong plastic elastic; it dosen’t fray like fabric elastics. The 0.5mm diameter is thin enough to thread through tiny beads including delicas. Finish with at least three knots (a dab of glue is also a good idea) or the ends can be crimped, we reccomend tubular crimps as they have smoother … Read more
These semi-precious Aquamarine tumblechips comprises of irregular shaped, polished aquamarine tumble chip gemstone beads. They are a pale translucent turquoise shade reminesccent of the sea. Many people believe aquamarine helps balance energy levels and bring a sense of tranquility. The semi-precious aquamarine tumblechips are larger chunkier beads than most of our tumblechip range, measuring 2-8mm … Read more
Our semi-precious peridot tumblechip beads consist of irregular-shaped, pale green, transparent gemstones. The green is down to how much iron is present in the stone. So not surprisely this is found in lava flows, volcanic rock and meteorites from outer space. Many people believe the peridot stone represents strength and prosperity. Peridot is the birthstone … Read more
I’ve been fascinated by space and the stars from a young age, and that has often inspired my crafty projects. In fact, the first beads I ever bought were tiny haematite stars and I still love them just as much! So I thought I’d share one of my recent creations so you can make your … Read more
Here we’ve gathered several resources you may find handy if you’re thinking about getting started with Jewellery Making. We have a helpful “How To” leaflet that you can view or down load here. This is one of our most useful videos that shows you how to make a simple necklace, including adding a clasp to … Read more
The ELONGA multipack cool coloured elastic 0.7mm comes on a 20 metre card and is produced by Beadalon. The Elonga elastic is make up of multi-strands. This makes it super stretchy and easy to knot. You get four colours on one card. The colours are Green, Lime, Medium blue (turquoise) & blue. There is 5m … Read more
The ELONGA multipack warm coloured elastic 0.7mm comes on a 20 metre card and is produced by Beadalon. The Elonga elastic is make up of multi-strands. This makes it super stretchy and easy to knot. You get four colours on one card. The colours are Lilac, Purple, Red and Pink. There is 5m of each … Read more
This 6mm Heart Bead Silver Plated is a great spacer bead for a variety of projects. The bead has a hole approx. 2mm making them easy to thread onto fine chain for a simple necklace as well as elastic. These are great beads to combine with our small metal star beads too. Combined with any … Read more
The 6mm Nebula Recycled Plastic Beads have been manufactured in the UK from 100% recycled plastic. The recycled plastic is not dyed, despite their wonderful colours. The carefully selected combination of waste plastic forms their unique marbled and swirling pattern. The Nebula colourway is created using prototype scrap and shredded waste from producing other plastic … Read more
The 6mm Tropical Whirlpool Recycled Plastic Beads have been manufactured in the UK from 100% recycled plastic. The recycled plastic is not dyed, despite their wonderful colours. The carefully selected combination of waste plastic forms their unique marbled and swirling pattern. The Tropical Whirlpool colourway is created using green and blue milk bottle top as … Read more
The 6mm Black Ice Recycled Plastic Beads have been manufactured in the UK from 100% recycled plastic. The recycled plastic is not dyed, despite their wonderful colours. The carefully selected combination of waste plastic forms their unique marbled and swirling pattern. The Black Ice colourway is created using blue milk bottle tops, black shampoo bottles … Read more
The 14mm Solar Flare Recycled Plastic Beads have been manufactured in the UK from 100% recycled plastic. The recycled plastic is not dyed, despite their wonderful colours. The carefully selected combination of waste plastic forms their unique marbled and swirling pattern. The Solar Flare colourway is created using Mr Muscle bottles, lemon bleach bottles and … Read more
The 6mm Jungle Haze Recycled Plastic Beads have been manufactured in the UK from 100% recycled plastic. The recycled plastic is not dyed, despite their wonderful colours. The carefully selected combination of waste plastic forms their unique marbled and swirling pattern. The Jungle Haze colourway is created using lemon bleach bottles as well as blue … Read more
The 6mm Blue Galaxy Recycled Plastic Beads have been manufactured in the UK from 100% recycled plastic. The recycled plastic is not dyed, despite their wonderful colours. The carefully selected combination of waste plastic forms their unique marbled and swirling pattern. The Blue Galaxy colourway is created using sweet containers and DVD cases. The over … Read more
The 6mm Smoke Recycled Plastic Beads have been manufactured in the UK from 100% recycled plastic. The recycled plastic is not dyed, despite their wonderful colours. The carefully selected combination of waste plastic forms their unique marbled and swirling pattern. The Smoke on the Water colourway is created using Nintendo Wii cases and DVD cases. … Read more
The 6mm Cadbury Swirl Recycled Plastic Beads have been manufactured in the UK from 100% recycled plastic. The recycled plastic is not dyed, despite their wonderful colours. The carefully selected combination of waste plastic forms their unique marbled and swirling pattern. The Cadbury Swirl colourway is created using sweet containers and DVD cases. The over … Read more
Polygon Spacer Bead Gold are a spacer bead in the shape of a 3d geometric polygon. At 3mm x 3mm x4mm its the perfect size for jewellery or even embroidery. The hole is approximately 1.5mm and so will work with most beading threads and also our 1mm cords. Use them as beads in their own … Read more
Polygon Spacer Bead Silver are a spacer bead in the shape of a 3d geometric polygon. At 3mm x 3mm x4mm its the perfect size for jewellery or even embroidery. The hole is approximately 1.5mm and so will work with most beading threads and also our 1mm cords. Use them as beads in their own … Read more
Size 8 Opaque Pale Blue Preciosa Seed Beads are a popular size of seed bead used in a variety of beading. As seed beads are small and the size 8 measure 3mm x 2mm they are a favourite for beadweaving. Beadweaving comes in a variety of styles both on and off loom. Thge small seed … Read more
The Czech black and white seed bead mix is part of our colour themed seed bead mix range. This is the black and white mix. Each pack contains a random number of different sized and different coloured seed beads. The sizes are mostly size 3 and size 5, some of the white seed beads have … Read more
The ELONGA white Elastic 0.7mm come on a small 25m reel and is produced by Beadalon. The elastic is make up of multi-strands. This makes it super stretchy and easy to knot. You may need to use a flexible beading needle, or big eye needle to help thread the elastic through smaller beads. It’s perfect … Read more
Have you ever wondered what the best thing to string beads on is? Or which thread to start bead-weaving with? We will go through the different types of stringing materials and beading threads and what jewellery making techniques they can be used for. Beading Wires for Jewellery Making Beadalon, Soft Flex, and Soft Touch are … Read more
These Size 11 opaque green seed beads with subtle yellow stripe have proven to be popular in bead weaving. Seed beads aren’t just for bead weaving, see how effective they are when strung straight onto stretch magic for a simple, effective bracelets. Try to use these beads useful as colourful spacer beads instead of the … Read more
With plans disrupted this half term and many of us spending yet more time at home, we have gathered together some kids craft ideas for the school holidays! With Halloween parties and trick or treating off the cards, it doesn’t mean you can’t make some spooky Halloween decorations. This pre-printed Halloween Shrink Plastic sheet comes … Read more
This spring or bead stopper grips the end of pretty much any thread and stops your beads from falling off. We have used this gadget with all types of thread like stretch magic, beadalon and nymo and it hasn’t affected the thread in anyway (like kinking or weakening the thread at the point where it … Read more
It’s a small thing, but being able to stop your beads sliding off your thread as you are working makes a big difference! That’s where bead stoppers come in very handy. These little springs temporarily grip onto the end of your thread or beading wire. You just squeeze the ‘ears’ at either side to open … Read more
Size 11 mixed grey seed beads are small glass beads manufactured by PRECIOSA in the Czech Republic. Czech glass seed beads are good quality small beads ideal for all sorts of beading and jewellery making. Seed beads also known as rocailles are the most commonly used glass bead, mainly for bead weaving projects. This is … Read more
Size 11 mixed brown seed beads are small glass beads manufactured by PRECIOSA in the Czech Republic. Czech glass seed beads are good quality small beads ideal for all sorts of beading and jewellery making. Seed beads also known as rocailles are the most commonly used glass bead, mainly for bead weaving projects. This is … Read more
The Czech glass flat oval beads is a mix of flatish oval beads in varying bright colours. The ovals measure approx. 12mm x 9mm and the colours are random in every packet, sorry we cannot pick out specific colours. We use these beads in both our introduction to jewellery making workshop and our jewellery beginners … Read more
Size 8 haematite seed beads are small glass beads in a polished iron ore effect. The beads are popular in beadweaving both on and off the loom. Seed beads have a generous sized round hole measuring approxiamate 0.8mm and can be used for bead embroidery. Glass seed beads are a very versatile bead used in … Read more
Size 8 iridescent blue seed beads are a metallic dark blue style small glass bead. Seed beads are used for a variety of beading including beadweaving, straight stringing necklaces and elasticated bracelets. The round donut shaped bead measures 3mm x 2mm and has a generously sized hole in the centre of the bead. The hole … Read more
Size 8 opaque green seed beads are small glass beads and used for all manner of beading. This green is a mid green tone that is suitable for foliage beading. The size 8 seed beads measure 3mm x 2mm with a 0.8mm hole running through the centre. Preciosa manufacture these glass beads in the Czech … Read more
A cute and cuddly Teddy Bear Bead Antique Silver sitting with it’s arms outstretched looking for a hug – complete with a little heart stamped on it’s chest! There is a hole that runs through the centre of the charm from the top of his head down between his feet. Cast in lead-free pewter with … Read more
This 2mm black fabric elastic thread is made up from a single black rubber core and covered by black fabric. Ideal for stringing beaded bracelets or anklets. We would not recommend this for necklaces though but that is at your discretion. We also have 1mm black fabric elastic and 1mm fabric elastic available if you … Read more
This spring or bead stopper grips the end of pretty much any thread and stops your beads from falling off. We have used this gadget with all types of thread like stretch magic, beadalon and nymo and it hasn’t affected the thread in anyway (like kinking or weakening the thread at the point where it … Read more
1mm black fabric elastic thread is ideal for making elasticated bracelets and necklaces using wood, plastic or large hole beads. To stop fraying and to make it easier to thread beads you can put superglue or nail varnish on the end. Gluing the ends will make the end of the thread into a beading needle. … Read more
1mm white fabric elastic thread is ideal for making elasticated bracelets and necklaces using wood, plastic or large hole beads. To stop fraying and to make it easier to thread beads you can put superglue or nail varnish on the end. Gluing the ends will make the end of the thread into a beading needle. … Read more
This spring or bead stopper grips the end of pretty much any thread and stops your beads from falling off. We have used this gadget with all types of thread like stretch magic, beadalon and nymo and it hasn’t affected the thread in anyway (like kinking or weakening the thread at the point where it … Read more
Crimp Cover 3mm Silver Plated will add a professional and polished look to your finished jewellery items. Crimp covers are used to cover knots, crimp beads and size 1 crimp tubes. When closed around your knot the crimp cover two ends meet and create a silver round bead. Simply use flat nose pliers, chain nose pliers … Read more
We’re really excited to start stocking these beautiful 100% recycled plastic beads. Available both in our Nottingham Bead Shop and online on our website. We really love them, not only do they make use of otherwise discarded plastic (they’re all made from 100% post-consumer recycled plastic). But also the use of different plastics together have … Read more
